International Distribution Coordinator

AstraZeneca

2 - 5 years

Chennai

Posted: 27/02/2025

Job Description

Job Title: International Distribution Coordinator

Career level: D

Introduction to role

As an International Distribution Coordinator, you will handle customer orders from allocation through to delivery. You will take ownership of distribution and produce documentation to support shipments from our suppliers and warehouses to customers. You will have daily contact with suppliers, freight forwarders, other AstraZeneca functions, and other roles within ESM. You will also have an awareness of supply chain processes and products and keep up to date with changes in the supply chain related to shipping and distribution information/data. You will actively work with Practical Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement in cross-functional teams, both as a team member and as a team leader as appropriate. This work is executed in a global environment, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration with other roles and function areas.

Accountabilities

  • Proactively process orders in SAP and other relevant ERP systems
  • Maintain the SAP system to reflect the agreed supply plan and call out any potential customer service issues
  • Plan the physical distribution of products and raise shipping documentation in line with customer requirements and in compliance with International Road, Sea, and Air Transport Legislation. Produce accurate documentation required by our suppliers, warehouses, freight forwarders, customs, and customers to ensure timely delivery of product
  • Take ownership for the customer invoice process and returns to suppliers and customers in collaboration with Supply Chain Coordinators and identify and resolve any customer credit blocks
  • Manage the administration and investigation of supply and logistics complaints and drive improvements
  • Proactively coordinate and process Registration sample orders and shipments for ESM products to ensure delivery on time
  • Maintain and demonstrate compliance with Sarbanes Oxley guidelines for all financial transactions carried out in this role and accurately measure and report key performance indicators where applicable

Essential Skills/Experience

- Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics or other relevant business field - equivalent experience will be taken into consideration

  • Experience and knowledge in distribution, logistics or freight forwarding
  • Appreciation for standards and data accuracy
  • Strong system knowledge and understanding order management, invoice management, and distribution
  • SAP (ERP), SharePoint experience desirable
  • Microsoft Windows / Office literate

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace, and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

AstraZeneca is at an exciting time of new products and launches. We get to work with innovative scientific products on our leading-edge end-to-end supply chain, using the latest technologies and modern facilities. Our resilience helps us thrive as we innovate and evolve, continuously seeking new ways to deliver medicines to our patients.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

Date Posted

26-Feb-2025

Closing Date

06-Mar-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

About Company

AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing medicines for areas such as oncology, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory conditions. With a commitment to research and innovation, AstraZeneca strives to provide life-changing treatments and improve patient outcomes globally.

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